Fortis Hospitals has launched a Preventive Genomics Clinic in Bengaluru, aiming to enable early disease detection and personalized treatment through advanced genetic testing.
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Fortis Hospitals has introduced a Preventive Genomics Clinic across its Bengaluru network, offering services like genome sequencing, cancer screening, and genetic counselling. The initiative focuses on early detection, personalized care, and preventive healthcare using genomics.
Fortis Hospitals has launched a state of the art Preventive Genomics Clinic across its Bengaluru facilities, marking a significant step toward precision and preventive healthcare in India. The initiative was inaugurated by Prof. Padmanabhan Balaram, former Director of the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), highlighting the growing role of genomics in modern medicine.
The clinic is designed to provide advanced genetic testing, expert counselling, and personalized treatment plans. By analyzing an individual’s genetic profile, clinicians can identify inherited risks, enable early detection of diseases, and recommend targeted therapies tailored to each patient.
A wide range of specialized services will be offered, including whole genome and exome sequencing, hereditary cancer screening, pharmacogenomics, prenatal and newborn screening, and condition specific genomics such as cardiogenomics, neurogenomics, and orthogenomics.
Medical experts at Fortis emphasized that many serious conditions especially cancers have genetic links that can be identified early. This allows for timely intervention, reduced disease risk, and improved patient outcomes. The clinic also integrates multidisciplinary expertise to move beyond a “one size fits all” approach toward personalized and precision led care.
The launch aligns with the rising demand for preventive healthcare in India, where individuals are increasingly seeking proactive insights into their health risks. By combining cutting edge genomics with clinical practice, Fortis aims to empower patients with actionable knowledge and reshape how diseases are diagnosed and managed.
Overall, the initiative signals a broader shift in healthcare from reactive treatment to predictive and preventive care driven by advances in genetic science and personalized medicine.
“Genomics is shifting healthcare from treatment to prevention empowering patients with knowledge before disease strikes.”
By
HB Team
